What does it take to get a scholarship to the MIT

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The discussion revolves around the requirements and considerations for obtaining a scholarship to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with a specific focus on the nuances of need-based versus merit-based scholarships. Participants also explore the feasibility of pursuing a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) at MIT, particularly for someone with a background in electronic and communication engineering from Egypt.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the specific requirements for scholarships at MIT, emphasizing a desire to understand the process beyond financial aspects.
  • Another participant notes that MIT does not offer merit-based scholarships, indicating that they only provide need-based financial aid.
  • There is a question regarding the definition of need-based scholarships and how it applies to students from varying economic backgrounds.
  • A participant expresses a strong desire to study physics at MIT, sharing their current background as a software engineer and their aspirations for further education.
  • Concerns are raised about the accessibility of scholarships for talented individuals from low-income backgrounds, suggesting that financial need may not fully capture a student's potential.

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Participants express differing views on the nature of scholarships at MIT, with some emphasizing the need-based aspect while others question its implications for talented students from less affluent backgrounds. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specifics of eligibility and the potential for pursuing an MS in EE given the participant's educational background.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying educational structures in Egypt, which may affect the applicability of their qualifications to MIT's programs. There is also a lack of clarity regarding the specific criteria for need-based scholarships.

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I just want to know what does it take to get a scholarship to the MIT
I read the the scholarship topic but I am specifically asking about MIT

and i want to know if I can get my MS in EE there ?

The problem is that I live in Egypt and here we don't have the whole electrical and computer engineering major we have it divided into three majors communication and electronics, computer engineering and power and control

I major in electronic and communication so does anyone know if i can get my MS
in MIT ?
 
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Mostly i wasn't talking about the money i was talking about the SAT's and all that stuff

Simply because I hear it's the best
 
MIT doesn't do merit-based scholarships -- only need based. There are some outside organizations (such as the Gates scholarship), but those are EXTREMELY difficult to obtain.

Good luck.
 
hmm need based? in what sense?
 
if you're very poor but you could potentially be the next Einstein... Mit ain't cheap you know
 
MIT my dream land to learn physics.
i am a software engineer now after did my MCA. i have been placed in Cognizant Technology Solutions.
my curiosity to learn physics is drilling me ...
 

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